Scheppach MS173-51 User Manual

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15. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
The table shows potential failures, their possible cause and removal options. However, if you are
unable to remove the problem, contact a professional to assist you.
m CAUTION!
Always switch o󰀨 the engine and pull the ignition cable before starting any inspection or adjustment
work.
m CAUTION!
If, after making an adjustment or repair to the engine, you let it run for a few minutes, remember that
the exhaust and other parts will get hot. Thus, do not touch parts that emanate heat, as these may
burn you.
Important hint in case of sending the equipment to a service station:
Due to security reasons please see to it that the equipment is sent back free of oil and gas!
Fault Possible cause Remedy
Loud while running, ma-
chine vibrates heavily
Screws are loose Check screws
Blade fasteners are loose Check blade fasteners
Blade is unbalanced Replace blade
Engine does not start
Brake lever not pressed Press brake lever
Speed lever in wrong position Check setting
Spark plug is defective Replace spark plug
Fuel tank is empty Rell with fuel
Contaminated fuel Empty fuel tank and ll with clean fuel
Cold environment Push the primer button (if present)
Engine faulty Contact authorised customer service
Engine runs unsteadily
Air lter is soiled Clean the air lter
Spark plug is soiled Clean the spark plug
Uneven mowing results
Blade is blunt Sharpen the blade
Cutting height is too low Set correct height
Unsatisfactory bagging of
the grass
Cutting height is too low Set correct height
Blade is worn Replace the blade
Basket is clogged Empty the basket

Scheppach MS173-51 Specifications

General

Type	Push lawn mower
Motor type	Single cylinder OHV
Cutting width	510 mm
Product color	Black, Red
Number of wheels	4 wheel(s)
Maximum lawn area	- m²
Fuel tank capacity	1.2 L
Handle(s) features	Foldable
Maximum cutting height	75 mm
Minimum cutting height	25 mm
Grass collecting volume	65 L
Number of height positions	7
Cutting clearance adjustment	Yes
Power source	Gasoline

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	1650 mm
Width	620 mm
Height	1070 mm
Weight	32710 g
Package weight	37050 g